Tariff and political brawl draw Illinois and Kentucky lines
The piece surveys tariff debates over wood pulp and calls for sane paper pricing, critiques Illinois legislature for delays and pay raises, and notes Confederate pension opposition. It reports Kentucky jury disagreement in Caleb Powers Goebel murder trial after seven weeks, with factions split along party lines and no verdict yet.
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Caleb Powers
William Goebel
Kentucky
Bee
Crimea
United States Court
Supreme Court
Extra Sessions and Speakers of the House History
The text traces the history of extra sessions from 1790 through mid 19th century, noting lengths and frequencies by Congress, and lists states with speakers. It highlights the longest extra session in the 11th Congress at 221 days and names top contributors by state, along with notable speakers such as James G. Blaine, Schuyler Colfax, and Samuel J. Randall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
Virginia
Kentucky
New York
Indiana
Tennessee
New Jersey
Georgia
Maine
South Carolina
Connecticut
Maryland
North Carolina
Ohio
Illinois
James G. Blaine
Schuyler Colfax
Samuel J. Randall
John Bell
Andrew Stevenson
Clay
John W. Taylor
Oscar Taylor
Freeport
Mr. Stevenson
Pithh and Point and a railway receivership note
A humorous montage opens with quips on engagements marriage and money before shifting to a serious report on the Great Western Railway Maple-leaf line. The line, led by A B Stickney, enters receivership as stockholders seek relief from $10 million in upcoming obligations and floating debts. The article stresses court oversight to prevent creditor losses and ensure honest administration by the appointed receivers.
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Great Western Railway
A. B. Stickney
Stickney
Sich
Steresta
Congress Session Timelines and Clerks Count
An 1880s summary notes 134 sessions of Congress since 1789. It lists 114 regular sessions and 15 extra, with 9 speakers and 25 clerks. Longest regular session ran 224 days in the 50th Congress from December 5 1887 to October 20 1888. others reached 204 and 302 days. Second regular sessions typically 90 to 95 days starting first Monday in December. Shortest ever was the first session of the thirteenth Congress at 134 days.
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Marie Karnist
Rank Foolishness to Ignore Dr King’s New Discovery
C C Eldridge of He Pike Ga proclaims coughs colds and throat troubles are best treated with Dr King’s New Discovery. He credits seven years of use and reports quick cures for croup and throat issues. Sold under guarantee at Joseph Enmert’s drug store, 50c and 1.00, with trial bottle free.
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Joseph Enmert
Loring Snow Dead After Illness at 18 in Freeport
Loring A Snow son of Frank and Mrs Snow 210 Jefferson street died this morning at 845 in Glebe Hospital after long illness. He was born Freeport November 3 1849 and attended public schools until health forced him to quit after eighth grade. An avid outdoorsman he was a skilled photographer and enjoyed pyrography. Survived by his parents and siblings Edmund and Florence, the funeral will be Monday at the United Brethren church with Rev F M Davis officiating.
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Loring A. Snow
Frank Snow
Jefferson Street
Loring
Freeport
Edmund
Florence
F. M. Davis
United Brethren Church
Shannon
Charles Creitz
Globe Hospital
George Creitz
Bethel Evangelical Church of
C. G. Anangst
The Dispatch Bearer at Majestic Next Week
At the Majestic the Dispatch Bearer is billed for the fore part of next week in Freeport. The film follows a general receiving a crucial message, evading enemy pursuers, and reaching safety with the aid of a mother and daughter who mislead soldiers and deliver the message. Also shown is The Mysterious Buddi, a short yet engaging sketch.
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Majestic
Freeport
Buddi
Pool Tournament Scheduled At Mission Hall Tonight
There were no games last evening at the Mission pool and billiard hall but two series are expected to be played tonight. Local players and patrons await the matches as spectators prepare for the event.
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Mission Pool
Skating at Taylor Park Rink Delights Local Residents
Park skating thrives at the Taylor Park rink as families enjoy cold weather recreation. The Daily Journal notes popular items for children including Rees Laxative Cough Syrup praised for coughs croup and whooping cough while offering quick relief and gentle laxation.
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H. J. Moogh
C. P. Guenther
Many Pensions Granted to Soldiers in District
Congressman Lowden is notified by the pension commission that multiple veterans in his district have received pensions. Names include Jacob Wingert Pearl City Co EB Forty-fifth Illinois volunteer infantry and James W Hurlbut Fulton Co Sixty-fifth Illinois volunteer infantry among others from Illinois Indiana Pennsylvania Maryland and Ohio units. Widows and general delivery addresses are listed for some recipients.
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Congresaman Lowden
Penanions
Jacob Wingert
Pearl City
Thinois
James W. Hurlbut
Fulton, Co
Winois
Peter A Kautenburger
Freeport
Itinoia
Nicholas Kastler
Anboy
Tlinois
James M. Perk
Miinois
George Meeks
Rochelle
Minois
William ON. Tucker
Albany
Indiana
Michael Stgafus
Savanna
Co. K
Edwin Lied
Co. A
Hliness
Livate M
Henry T. Helter
Walton
Co. F
Ohio
James A. Fanghander
General Delivery
Pennsylvania
Joseph L. Davis
Mt. Morris
Maryland
Eau Claire franchise transfer eyed at league meeting
Sporting Notes reports a Jan 26 meeting of club presidents at the Davidson hotel in Milwaukee to decide on transferring Eau Claire’s franchise with Rockford likely to receive it. Also covered are a Freeport YMCA basketball win 52 to 10 over Dixon, a 40 to 12 win by Freeport Y team, and details on officials and scorers.
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Rodemeyer
Moulatatin
Davidson
Milwaukee
Eau Claire
Rockford
Peeeport
Freeport Y. M. C. A
Dixon
Dixonites
Freeport
Freeport High School
Rogers
Burchoof Dixon
Hiatold
Byerly
Real Estate Transfers Between Welling and Warns
David F. Welling transfers to Samuel B. Warns the lots and 6 block 7 Rock City for 1800. Samuel Warne transfers back to David F. Welling part section 27 Rock Run to Ownership for 4810.
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David F. Welling
Samuel B. Warns
Rock City
Samuel Warne
Rock Run
A Cure for Misery from Electric Bitters
R M James of Louesien 5 C proclaims a cure for malaria misery. He touts Electric Bitters in 60c bottles as a fast relief for chills bilious attacks and jaundice. The tonic purifies blood and aids stomach wet and kidney complaints, with a guarantee at Joseph Emmert's drug store.
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R. M. James
Louesien
5. C
Joseph Emmert
Tax Notice for Harlem Township Collector Gathers Taxes
The I will be at the store of Lilley and Foss 124 Galena Street every Saturday to collect Harlem township taxes. William Harm Machen 17dwin Collector.
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Lilley & Foss
Galena Street
Harlem Township
Wim
Harm Machen
25 Percent Off on Men and Youth Heavy Suits and Coats
Retail ad from ROBT LUECKE at 82 Galena Street offers 25 percent discount on all men youths and children's heavy suits and overcoats. Sale signage emphasizes substantial savings and location next to Hotel. Stock appears broad with sizes for family shoppers.
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Luecke
Opp
Galena Atreat
Primary Law Final Touches In Legislative Push
A fragile primary reform advances as the Joint Conference Committee completes drafting. Senator Berry and Representative Stamahan led the panel to send the measure to the printer. The bill centers on privatized county nominations and delegate voting, with primary dates set for the second Saturday in August. Governor Dencon signed the cocaine bill amid strong penalties for violations in Springfield.
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Springfield
Joint Conference
Senate
House
Cook County
Springttola
Dencon
Chicago Fireman Robbed in Home Invasion
Lieutenant Joseph O'Malley of engine company No 1 was overpowered in his 204 West Somers Street home by two burglars who entered through a bathroom window late at night. One held a chloroform soaked cloth while the other rifled the home, taking $87 and a watch and chain before fleeing. O'Malley recovered and reported the burglary at the Desphines Street station. Killed by a Trolley Car.
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Chicago
O Joseph HL O'Abmley
Engine Company No. 1
West Sois Atreet
O'Malley
Chew
Thei
Malloy
Desphines Kreet
Two Dead When Dug Out In Dunkirk Digging Tragedy
In Dunkirk New York January a sewer digger accident left two men dead named Tony Tomsek and Louis Weslow. Rescue efforts were disturbed by the collapse leaving bodies pulled from the debris. Authorities investigated the incident and workers were affected by the fatal incident.
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Dunkirk
N.o
Jan TS
Rien
Tony ‘Tomesek
Louis Weslow
Revival at U B Church Promises Week of Special Services
Revival at U B Church features Evangelist Hicks with daily sermons and altar decisions. Sabbath schedule includes 9 30 Sunday school rally, 10 45 revival, and 7 30 evening service with other events such as men’s meeting and baptism. Embury League to host Epworth service with J R Jackson leading The Secret Power of Service. Also note local sale of Man Zan piles remedy by H J Moogk and C P Guenther.
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U. B. Church
God
Evangelist Hicks
Hicks
Schoffelad
Embury Epworth League
Epworth League
Embury Church
J. R. Jackson
Embery
League
Schofield
H. J. Moogk
C. P Guenther
Fragmentary Local Notice Reaches Office and Residence
A brief fragment hints at an official notice involving an office and residence, mentioning a nurse and a contractor. Details are unclear but indicate property or personnel movement or duties tied to residence and office locations. Further context is needed to identify precise actions or parties.
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Engler
Tony Blue
Fawver
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Graham
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Haeni
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Rice
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Harlem Ave
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Ovephenson
N. Galena Ave
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Rice Building
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Douglas Ave
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Stephenson County Telephone Co
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